Coven of the Chicken Foot Game Revealed by Last of Us Co-Creator
Coven of the Chicken Foot game introduces Wildflower Interactive, a new studio founded by The Last of Us co-creator Bruce Straley. Revealed at The Game Awards, Coven of the Chicken Foot game showcases a whimsical yet thoughtful fantasy world that prioritizes creativity, atmosphere, and emotional storytelling over traditional combat mechanics.
Straley returns to development with a clear creative mission. He aims to build an experience that values curiosity, expression, and discovery while challenging players to engage with the world in unconventional ways.
A New Studio and Creative Vision
Bruce Straley formed Wildflower Interactive to escape the constraints of large-scale production. The fully remote studio operates with a small team that embraces experimentation, collaboration, and creative risk-taking. This structure allows ideas to evolve organically rather than conform to established formulas.
Coven of the Chicken Foot game centers on Gertie, a witch with chicken feet who explores a surreal landscape alongside a mysterious companion. The companion grows and changes through shared experiences, reflecting the emotional bond that develops during the journey.
Gameplay Built on Expression
Coven of the Chicken Foot game removes traditional combat systems to encourage creative problem-solving. Players interact with environments through improvisation, observation, and intuition, solving puzzles by understanding the world rather than overpowering it.
The game tells its story without spoken dialogue or text-heavy exposition. Animation, sound design, and environmental cues guide players through emotional beats, allowing each person to interpret events and meaning in a personal way.
